He also referred to 'the scummy Irish' who, four months earlier, had ended his 100% record as England boss.

And people have been quick to condemn the Red Rose boss, whose England team lost their second game of the Six Nations, to France, on Saturday.

One of those lining up to respond was former Welsh international footballer John Hartson, who said: "I get the fact he’s been stitched up but this is a Sh*t little place that has produced the greatest rugby players that have ever lived.. Gareth Edwards, Phil Bennett, Jpr Williams, Barry John."

But the comments were defended by former England rugby international Will Carling who said: "This happens up and down all the countries in the 6 Nations - it's called humour. Never serious, just gentle digs. I know he is in a public position, but surely we all see this for what it is?? SURELY !!!!"

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Also in defence was TV presenter and former Welsh international gymnast Gabby Logan who said: "Agree with Will and I say that a woman with Wales running very strongly through her. Eddie Jones is a bright erudite man - he was playing for laughs. We all do it."

Meanwhile, former England rugby international and British and Irish Lion Will Greenwood has said he does not believe Eddie Jones' job is at risk as a result of his comments.

He said in a Sky Sports interview: "No chance, are you kidding me, for this. There's far worse things that could have been said and would put his job under pressure."